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C859 UDO

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,059 mi
Last recorded61,059 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC859 UDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2024 61,059 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 60,659 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 60,656 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 60,426 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 60,407 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 60,173 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 60,136 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 60,091 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 59,934 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2013 59,764 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 59,717 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 59,372 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 59,045 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 58,486 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 58,336 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre worn close to wear bars.

Pass 17 Sep 2007 58,044 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 57,879 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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C859 UDO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C859 UDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C859 UDO?

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What year was C859 UDO registered?

C859 UDO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 August 1985.

Is C859 UDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C859 UDO shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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